Stephen Ratcliff, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry provides family dentistry for child patients. Our dentistry for child patients is performed by our warm and friendly staff and always takes into consideration the special circumstances that children require.
Family Dentistry
Arlington, Texas Family Dentistry

If you are looking for a new Texas family dentistry experience, Stephen Ratcliff, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry is here for you.
Dental Check Up ? How Often?

When is the last time you had a dental checkup with your family dentist?
Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington Cares For Teeth

Caring for all of your teeth whether you are young and have 20 primary teeth or are an adult and have 28 to 32 permanent teeth is important for your overall health. Visiting your Arlington family dentist regularly, and brushing and flossing daily are great ways to care for your many teeth.
Dentistry for Children in Arlington

For years, the American Academy of Pediatrics advised Texas parents to begin children’s dentist visits before the third birthday. The AAP now advises Arlington parents to take their toddler to a dentist before their first birthday, or about six months after their first tooth appears.
Bright and Healthy Smiles

I’m Dr. Stephen Ratcliff, and I am a Dentist serving the Arlington community with dental services including cosmetic dentistry. We call our practice ‘Dr. Stephen Ratcliff – Family and Cosmetic Dentistry’.
Periodontal Disease in Arlington

Periodontal disease in Texas is more common than you might think, and can be cured with varying degrees of treatment depending on the severity. What is periodontal disease? According to an article on Wikipedia, periodontal disease is ‘the name of a collection of inflammatory diseases affecting the tissues that surround and support the teeth.’ Periodontal […]
Arlington Pediatric Dentistry

If you have questions about pediatric dentistry, please give us a call at Dr. Stephen Ratcliff – Family & Cosmetic Dentistry. My name is Dr. Stephen Ratcliff, and my leading edge treatment in a warm and friendly atmosphere staff will be more than happy to talk with you about pediatric dentistry.
Healthy Teeth and Your Diet

Everyone knows that maintaining healthy teeth requires regular daily brushing and flossing. Regular visits to your local dental practice is also necessary to keep watch for cavities and to help you maintain proper dental hygiene. We often forget that maintaining a healthy diet can also be beneficial for the health of your teeth.
Common Myths about Arlington Family Cosmetic Dentistry
Myth #1: Cosmetic Dentistry is Never Necessary for a Healthy Smile Many so-called Arlington cosmetic dental procedures are not solely cosmetic. Dental procedures such as tooth replacement are smile-enhancing and, more importantly, prevent many potential problems such as tooth movement, bone loss and difficulty chewing and speaking. Myth #2: An Arlington Dental Bridge is the […]